Trump signs order for voluntary AI model review

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a voluntary framework for AI companies to share their models with the federal government before release. This initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity and secure innovation by allowing companies to opt-in for pre-release review, offering confidentiality protections. The order marks a shift from the administration's previous approach, acknowledging the security risks associated with advanced AI capabilities. Major companies like Google and Microsoft have already agreed to participate, signaling a new era of collaboration between AI firms and the government.